2025 Kingaroy Highlights #2

Principal's Message

Senior School

Congratulations to all students who have made a “STRONG START”. Every day really counts to ensure student success in Years 11 and 12. All students should have a study plan and have checked that there is balance with school/work/other commitments.

Year 11 subject changes have been completed, and all students should be working hard in their chosen subjects. Any required changes can be made at the end of Unit 1; for implementation in Unit 2, beginning Monday, 26 May.

At this year’s Year 12 Leadership camp, 12-14 February, at the Sunshine Coast, students and staff completed a variety of activities, had a great time, bonded with their cohort and further developed many life skills.  Congratulations to Mrs Krysty Connelly and the staff who helped make it a highlight of their final school year.

Year 11 students attended a presentation from the International Legends of League yesterday.  As part of their Dream, Believe, Achieve program, the legends shared some inspiring personal messages with our students.  There is a big Legends Game this Saturday at TJ O’Neill Oval.

A huge thankyou to the Legends of League team and Queensland Sport and Recreation for inspiring our Year 11 Students to chase their dreams, be resilient and always give their best.

A reminder that students driving to school are required to complete the STUDENT DRIVER AND PASSENGER PERMISSION FORM and return it to the Office.

Investiture ceremony is 10.20am, Monday 24 February. Parents and caregivers of student leaders are invited to join us.

Year 12 Parent Information Night is 6pm, Thursday 27 February, in KPAC.

I look forward to seeing you there.

Mr Andrew Maddern
A/Deputy Principal, Educational Achievement - Senior Secondary

Wellbeing and Engagement

Photo Day Tuesday February 25
School Photo Day is next Tuesday, 25 February.
Students should have received their photo envelopes earlier this week. Sibling envelopes are available from the Front Office.

Please direct any enquiries about packages and payments directly to MSP Photography Brisbane.
📧 Email: info.brisbane@msp.com.au
📞 Phone: (07) 3865 4291
🌐 Website: www.msp.com.au

Students must be neatly dressed in accordance with the school's dress code.
Students have been reminded of the school’s policy on facial piercings, hair, and makeup. Senior jerseys are not to be worn on Photo Day. Please refer to page 8 of the Student Diary for clarification.

Students who are absent during their scheduled photo session (TAFE students) can have their photos taken from 7:30 am in the Assembly Hall.

PBL – Kingaroy Merit Points
Once again, Kingaroy SHS is out to "catch students being good"! Students who achieve 135 Kingaroy Merit Points by Friday of Week 9 of this term will be rewarded with a pizza party.

Attendance
The PBL (Positive Behaviour for Learning) focus this week has been on attendance.
Year 12 currently leads the school with an attendance rate of 92.88%, closely followed by Year 7 at 92.7%.
Every Day Counts!

Berry Street Educational Model (BSEM)
You may have noticed some changes to the Student Diary. This year, we are using a Berry Street Diary, designed to help all students succeed.
If you look through the pages, you’ll find classroom-based strategies aimed at increasing student engagement. The school has invested heavily in staff training and resources in the Berry Street Educational Model to better support students.

Mr Steve Perrett
Deputy Principal Wellbeing and Engagement

Year 7 Meet and Greet: A Celebration of Community and Connection

On Tuesday 11^th February, the school hosted a fantastic Year 7 Meet and Greet event, bringing together families, students, and staff in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The event offered the perfect opportunity for families to connect with the school community, meet their child’s teachers, and celebrate the beginning of this exciting journey.

The afternoon was filled with warmth and excitement, as families enjoyed delicious food, relaxed on the iLibrary lawn, and listened to live music from The Paradox, creating a lively and engaging ambiance. With music in the air, laughter and conversations flowed, reflecting the strong sense of camaraderie that we are so proud of here at Kingaroy State High School.

It was heartening to see families from all walks of life come together, not only to support their children but also to build lasting relationships with staff and fellow parents. The event was an excellent reminder of the importance of community as we embark on a new academic year, and we are grateful to everyone who attended for making it such a memorable occasion.

We look forward to more events like this as we continue to foster a sense of belonging and unity. Thank you to all who made the event possible, and we can’t wait to see what the year ahead holds for our Year 7 students!

Ms Amy Stevens
A/HOD Year 7 Student Engagement

Year 8 Students off to a Fantastic Start!

The Year 8 cohort has started the year on a high note! Students have consistently demonstrated their commitment to learning by arriving each day in the correct uniform, bringing all required equipment, and, most importantly, displaying a positive attitude.

It has been wonderful to see students embracing their studies with enthusiasm and engaging in their lessons with focus and determination. Their preparedness and respectful approach set a great foundation for success in 2025.

Since the start of term, the Year 8 team have spent a large portion of their time visiting Year 8 classes and seeing the fantastic teaching and learning that is taking place.

In co-curricular activities, Hayden was recognised for his participation in the Wide Bay triathlon trials last weekend.

In giving to their community, five Year 8 girls, Emily, Danieka, Macie, Ella and Katelyn did themselves and the school proud when they assisted at the Primary Schools Gala Day for netball. Feedback was that they were outstanding, they spoke to the primary school students to explain the rules and help them in a supportive tone and with great explanations, and they showed initiative in many ways. Great effort girls!

We encourage all Year 8 students to continue this great momentum throughout the term. Keep up the great work, students!

Ms Maudsley, Mr Mackay, Mr Stevens and Mrs Reddacliff

Year 12 Camp

Last Wednesday, the Year 12 Leadership Students started their year with a three-day camp at Sunshine Coast Recreation Centre. The students participated in a range of activities during the days including high ropes, canoeing, archery zone, team challenge, Indigenous games, beach games and caving.

On the first night, students completed Committee Planning for 2025. Each committee have planned their activities for throughout the year. On the second night, students attended the pool and completed challenges within form classes and sporting houses.

After enjoying lunch, the Year 12 students boarded the bus, reflecting on their unforgettable experience. Tired but happy, they were ready for a weekend of rest before tackling their final year.

A huge thank you to Miss Sprake, Miss Follett, Miss Penfold, Mr Guinane, Mr Braganza, Mr Reiger and Mr Maddern for supporting our students.

Mrs Krysty Connelly
Year 12 Year Level Coordinator

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Parent-Teacher Interviews – Monday 10 March

Parent-Teacher Interviews will take place in Week 7 of Term 1, ahead of Interim Reports, rather than after their distribution in Term 2. This allows for proactive discussions about student progress, ensuring concerns can be addressed early and strategies put in place to support learning goals for the year.

Key Details:
📅 Date: Monday 10 March
⏰ Time: 3:30pm – 5:50pm
📍 Location: Indoor Sports Centre and Assembly Hall

Emails will be sent to parents by Friday 28 February if a teacher has specifically requested an interview. However, all parents are welcome to book an appointment with their child's teachers to discuss progress.

How to Book:
Bookings open on Monday 3 March at 5:00pm via the School Online Booking System (SOBS):
🔗 https://eq.sobs.com.au/pt3/parent.php?schoolid=70295

Staff seating plans will be emailed closer to the day and displayed outside the Indoor Sports Centre and Assembly Hall.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

Health News

Safer Internet Day

Safer Internet Day is a global day of action to raise awareness of online safety issues and works towards a safer internet.  Safer Internet Day was held on 11 February 2025 and is asking all Australians to help make the internet a safer, and more positive experience.

The internet can open a world of opportunities, but also comes with risks, especially for young people and other at-risk groups.

5 tips to for a safer, more positive internet include:

1. Be kind – Practice respect, empathy and kindness online.
2. Be mindful – Balance your time online and consume and share positive and respectful content.
3. Speak up – Report online abuse and harmful content to the platform and eSafety.
4. Start the conversation – talk about online safety with your networks and communities, family, friends and colleagues.
5. Share resources – Promote online safety tools and tips with your community.

Safer Internet Day is also a good time to have a look at the privacy settings on your own and your young person’s social media accounts.  To assist with these privacy settings, click on the image below.

For more information go to:

https://www.esafety.gov.au/

Selena Stevens
School Based Youth Health Nurse

School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI) Extended

FREE HOME INTERNET UNTIL JUNE 2028 FOR SCHOOL STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES AND
CARERS
nbn is implementing an Australian Government program that is offering free home internet for up to 30,000
families and carers who look after school age children and are struggling to pay bills.

If there is a school age student at your home and you don’t have an nbn connection, you could qualify
for free home internet until 30 June 2028.

To qualify for the School Student Broadband Initiative, you must:
• Have a child living at home that is enrolled in an Australian school (up to year 12 including Prep in
QLD/VIC/TAS, Kindy in NSW, Reception in SA, Transition in NT/ACT and Pre-Primary in WA).
• Not have an active nbn Internet service at home or had an active nbn connection during the previous
14 days. (Having a mobile internet service does not affect eligibility).
• Live in a premises that can access the nbn via a standard connection – this will be checked for you.
What is included in School Student Broadband Initiative offer?
• Free home internet until 30 June 2028.
• There is no lock-in contract.
• The Wi-Fi router is free, and you can keep it.
• Assistance provided by the National Referral Centre.
• Callback, webchat and interpreting are available.

To apply, follow the four steps below:
1. Contact the National Referral Centre on 1800 954 610 Monday - Friday, 10am - 6pm (AEDT) or visit
anglicarevic.org.au/student-internet
2. They’ll ask you some questions to see if you qualify for this offer.
3. If you qualify, you’ll get a voucher to redeem.
4. Use the voucher to connect through your chosen participating internet provider. Use your voucher
before the 30,000 places are taken.*

* As of 23rd January 2025, 23,149 SSBI services being provided to qualifying homes. Applications
close when 30,000 places are reached. Being issued a voucher does not reserve your place in this
program and you must use your voucher before the 30,000 places are taken otherwise it becomes
invalid.

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